​Jude Bellingham was involved in a heated altercation with an opposing substitute following England’s World Cup defeat against Argentina.The incident has since sparked widespread debate online, along with speculation over whether the England midfielder could face disciplinary action for violent conduct.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementBellingham has yet to comment publicly, although many fans believe he may have been provoked by the Argentina player during the match, then reacted after the final whistle.England’s loss to Argentina ended with Jude Bellingham becoming involved in a controversial incident during his opponents’ celebrations shortly after the final whistle. The altercation involved the England midfielder and Argentina substitute Valentín Barco, who had entered the pitch to celebrate the victory with his teammates.Bellingham, standing a few meters away from the celebrating players, appeared to notice Barco before moving closer and slapping him on the back of the head. The gesture prompted Barco to shove the England international, while another Argentina player quickly stepped in to separate the pair and prevent the confrontation from escalating.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHowever, Bellingham continued the exchange, pointing at Barco and appearing to angrily say something as he walked away. The confrontation lasted only a few moments before one of his teammates eventually led him away.ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGAFollowing the incident, speculation quickly grew over why Bellingham reacted the way he did toward the Argentina player.That led to several videos from the match resurfacing online, including footage of Argentina’s celebrations after Lautaro Martínez scored the second goal that ultimately secured his side’s victory.In the clip, Barco can be seen running onto the pitch to celebrate. However, instead of heading straight toward his teammates, he first ran toward the England players, who were visibly dejected after conceding.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHe then briefly stopped in front of Bellingham and jumped into the air in celebration before continuing on his way. Another England player subsequently pushed Barco, seemingly viewing the gesture as disrespectful.ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGAReacting to the controversy, many netizens were quick to criticize Bellingham’s actions.“What a sore loser Bellingham is. Plus, he’s going after Valentín Barco, one of the youngest in the Argentine national team,” one individual said.“He deserves to be banned. Disgusting behavior and a sore loser. Bellingham slaps Colo Barco in a confrontation after the game,” another person commented.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“Bellingham, in an incomprehensible reaction, landed a brutal slap on the back of Barco’s neck when the Argentine national team was celebrating. What a massive dumb-ss move,” one more wrote.Others, however, were more sympathetic, suggesting Barco’s earlier celebration may have provoked